Rye has a thriving art scene which is reflected in the large number of art galleries in and around the town. In the past it has been home to many famous artists including Paul Nash, Edward Burra and John Piper. In recent years there has also been a growth in the number of creative shops focusing on art, interiors, antiques and contemporary furniture.
The annual Rye Arts Festival includes many visual arts events and exhibitions. Cultural events and artists open studios run throughout the year.
Rye is a perfect base for art lovers who may like to browse the mix of galleries and shops and then hop on the coastal train from Rye to visit the Hastings Contemporary, the De La Warr in Bexhill and The Towner Gallery in Eastbourne.
Gallery Listings
If we have missed your gallery and you’d like to be added, please get in touch. Email info@ryenews.org.uk
Ashbees 100
Ashbees 100 is a Gallery in the heart of Rye
Rye Art Gallery
Rye Art Gallery has regularly changing contemporary art and craft for sale, a fine permanent collection of national and regional importance and a variety of supporting events.
Roche Gallery
Roche Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and portrait studio in the heart of the ancient town of Rye, owned by Marina Kim and Tim Roche.
Ryebank Gallery
Ryebank Gallery is passionate about exhibiting and supporting a wide variety of artists; in nurturing emerging artists and in keeping connected to our wider community.
Rye Creative Centre
The Rye Creative Centre has ongoing events and exhibitions. Sign up to the mailing list on their website for information on forthcoming events.
Rye Society of Artists
Summer Exhibition runs August 2023
Photographic Galleries
Just One Gallery
Clive Sawyer has been providing discerning clients with high end fine art photographs in limited editions since 2008. Over the years he started to limit the editions to just 10. Now he limits his editions to just one print.
Purdie Gallery
The Purdie Gallery is a unique gallery showcasing the contemporary landscape photography of David Purdie. They sell limited edition signed canvas prints in a range of sizes. Greetings cards and jigsaws are also available.
Rye Harbour & Fairlight
Avocet Gallery & Tea Room
Based outside Rye in Rye Harbour, Avocet Gallery is run by award-winning photographer Peter Greenhalf and former journalist Morgan (who makes all the delicious cakes).
Jason Michael Art
An online gallery on the East Sussex coast with opportunity to view by appointment.
A snapshot…….
See Featured Artists for further information on local artists.
Image Credits: Rye Art Gallery , John Cole .